Facts & Figures 2019
Contents Term dates 2019-20
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The ethos of the School
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Life at King Edward’s
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The school week
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1st to 5th Form curriculum
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One year Pre-Sixth Form course
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International Baccalaureate (IB)
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IB curriculum
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A-level courses
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Exam results
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Pupil destinations
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Fees 2019-20
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Bursaries, scholarships and discounts
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Entrance procedures
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The Court of Bridewell Royal Hospital and the School Governing Body
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Term dates 2019-20 AUTUMN TERM 2019 Term begins
New and 3rd form boarders
Tuesday 3 September
Other boarders return
Tuesday 3 September
Day pupils return
First exeat
Friday 27 September
Thursday 5 September
to Sunday 29 September to Sunday 3 November
Admissions Day Friday 18 October Half term
Friday 18 October
Second exeat
Friday 22 November
Term ends
Friday 13 December
to Monday 25 November after Carol Service
SPRING TERM 2020 Term begins
Boarders return
Tuesday 7 January
Day pupils return
Wednesday 8 January
First exeat
Friday 24 January
to Sunday 26 January
Half term
Friday 14 February
to Sunday 23 February
Second exeat
Friday 15 March
to Sunday 17 March
Bridewell Day
Tuesday 10 March
Term ends
Friday 27 March
SUMMER TERM 2020 Term begins
Boarders return
Monday 20 April
Day pupils return
Tuesday 21 April
First exeat
Thursday 7 May
to Sunday 10 May
School will remain open throughout for IB Examination candidates only
Half term
Friday 22 May
Term ends
Friday 3 July (Awards Ceremony)
to Sunday 31 May
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The ethos of the School To understand King Edward’s raison d’être, it is important to take a moment to reflect on the School’s rich and Royal history, and strong links to the City of London.
Edward’s is a Christian school which welcomes all cultures and religions and those of no faith. Our values and principles are an influence in developing pupils’ humane
A Christian vision, a Tudor palace and a boy King (Edward
and spiritual intelligence. Pupils benefit from living in a
VI) each feature in the creation of our distinctive School
community that reflects a wide-range of socio-economic
and its values. Our Founder, Nicholas Ridley, Bishop
backgrounds, a breadth of academic and co-curricular
of London, knew that education could transform
ability, and a diversity of global cultures and religions.
lives, and that today’s children are tomorrow’s future. In 1553 Ridley persuaded the boy King, Edward VI, to hand over Bridewell Palace to house, care and educate the under-privileged and the destitute. B E N E VO L E N C E I S O U R C O R E
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international pupils, with a strong bursary cohort. King
R E L AT I O N S H I P S
Our beautiful surroundings, extensive facilities and wideranging academic, cultural and sporting opportunities are of course important, yet what matters most is the quality of relationships in our happy, caring and stimulating
Over time the facilities and staff provided by the
community, where everyone is dedicated to bringing out
charitable foundation for a few scholars could profitably
the very best in one another, irrespective of background
be extended to paying pupils. The School has evolved
or ability. All underpinned by a generosity of spirit built on
to become an independent boarding and day school
integrity and a strong sense of community, combining to
for girls and boys aged 11 to 18, for local, national and
make valuable members of tomorrow’s society.
Life at King Edward’s King Edward’s believes passionately in a holistic approach to education, offering a blend of heritage and traditional values with a stimulating and forward-thinking School life. As a boarding and day School we are very much one community with, as far as possible, School Houses, including both day and boarding pupils - as well as a linked girls’ and boys’ House. Pupils can start life at King Edward’s aged 11, and we aim to ensure the pastoral care is at the forefront of all we do, with broad academic and co-curricular choices to encourage pupils to stay with us through to Sixth Form. King Edward’s is one of the few UK Schools that offer both the globally-respected International Baccalaureate (IB) and A-levels. With this strong community of boarding and day pupil Houses the School runs a timetable which reflects the needs of a boarding school. However, day pupils are welcome to join their boarding peers during the weekdays for breakfast and supper and are encouraged to participate in evening and weekend activities as much as they wish.
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School life
The School week Monday to Friday 07:30-8:00
Breakfast
08:20
Roll Call in respective Houses
08:30
Head’s Chapel & Assembly/Tutor Group
09:00 - 09:55
Period 1
09:55 - 10:50
Period 2
NB: The School follows a fortnightly model of 60 periods. Games afternoons run throughout the
10:50 - 11:15
Break
week according to year group.
11:15 - 12:10
Period 3
12:10 - 13:05
Period 4
13:05 - 14:05
Lunch
14:05 - 15:00
Period 5
15:00 - 15:55
Period 6
09:30 - 12:15 Sports Fixtures; Clubs & Societies
catch up on studies, join in trips or participate
16:15 - 17:15
Sports Fixtures Clubs & Societies
12:30 - 13:00
Lunch
Day pupils may depart
Sports Fixtures; Individual pursuits; Clubs & Societies
leisurely start to the day with breakfast taken
17:15
13:00 - 22:00
17:45-18:15 Supper
Saturday
Sunday
08:30 - 08:50
Breakfast
Sunday is a free day to enjoy time with friends,
09:15
Roll call in respective Houses
walk in the grounds, follow individual pursuits,
18:45
Roll Call in respective Houses,
Town leave permitted. Return time varies for School years.
including day pupils staying for Prep
16:30 - 18:30
Supper
19:30-20:30
Individual Study Time
18:45
Roll call in respective Houses
20:30
Remaining day pupils depart
19:00 - bedtime Free time; House or Inter-House gatherings
20:30-bedtime Free time
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in inter-house activities. There is a more in the boarding House, and a popular brunch served in the dining hall late morning. Supper is at 17:30. Chapel Services are held every Sunday at 19:15 or 10:30 in which all boarders take part. Day pupils, parents and staff are also welcome.
The curriculum
1st to 5th Form curriculum The number after each subject corresponds to the number of 55 minute periods taught per fortnight. 1st Form English
3rd Form English
2nd Form 6
English
4
Drama 2
Drama 2
French or Spanish
French or Spanish
7
4
4th Form 5
English 7
Drama 2
Core Language ¤
Music
2
Maths
6 7
ICT
2
Science
12
History
4
Option One*
6
Geography
3
Option Two*
6
RE
3
Option Three*
6
Science
9
PE & Games
6
PSHE/Critical Thinking 2
Latin 3
German
3
Art
2
History 3
Latin/Classics
3
Design/Food Tech.
4
Geography 3
History
3
Maths
7
RE 3
Geography
3
Games
4
5th Form
Maths 7
RE
3
PE
2
Science 8
Maths
7
English
7
PSHE
2
Core Language ¤
6
Art 2
Science
8
French
Maths
7
Design/Food Tech.
Art
2
German
Science
12
ICT 2
Design/Food Tech.
4
Spanish 8 subjects
Option One*
6
Music 2
ICT
2
6
PE 2
Music
2
Latin or Classics
Option Two* Option Three*
6
Games 4
PE
2
RE
5
Games 4
PE & Games
4
Pursuit of Excellence
PSHE
1
Pursuit of Excellence
4
2
2
2 chosen
Tutorial
2
Key ¤ Core languages: one of French, German or Spanish.
* Options include Geography, History, Classical Civilisation, Latin, Spanish/French, Music, Drama, Design Technology - Resistant Materials, Design Technology - Food, Computing and PE. Options are offered subject to demand.
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Pre-Sixth Form course
Pre-Sixth one year GCSE programme The Pre-Sixth year is a terrific way to prepare for the challenges and rewards of a full Sixth Form programme.
Pre-Sixth gives pupils, aged 15-16, a taste of boarding life, improve their level of spoken and written English and enjoy cultural trips around the UK, including Oxford, Cambridge and London. Living in Houses, our Pre-Sixth pupils are fully integrated with their peers and build deep friendships.
This Academic Pathway For boys and girls with a good level of English and a desire to achieve at least five IGCSE qualifications. Pupils sit IGCSE exams in English Language, Mathematics, a modern foreign language (MFL) or Latin, Physics and Economics.
This Creative Pathway For pupils who do not necessarily need to sit IGCSE qualifications but wish to enjoy a varied course. Pupils
CORE
EXAMINED
NON-EXAMINED
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take either English IGCSE or B2 First Certificate, depending on their level of English proficiency. Everyone studies Mathematics to secure the option of a further education in the UK, and a foreign language. Geography, History, and Design Technology are taught but not formally examined. There are options to take GCSE qualifications in Photography and Drama.
This Scientific Pathway For pupils with a high level of interest in science and ICT. Pupils take either English IGCSE or B2 First Certificate, depending on their level of English proficiency. They also take Mathematics and Physics, with an option to take a further GCSE in Computer Science.
ACADEMI C PAT H WAY
C R E AT IVE PAT H WAY
S C IE N T IFIC PAT H WAY
IGCSE English 1st Language, Mathematics, Physics, MFL/Latin
IGCSE English OR First Certificate, Mathematics, MFL and/or Latin certificate
IGCSE English OR First Certificate, Mathematics
Economics/Business, Additional Maths
None
Physics, Additional Maths
Art, DT, Drama, Music, Science
Art, DT, Drama, Music History/Geography, Science
Art, DT, Drama, Music, Science
International Baccalaureate (IB)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Pupils choose six subjects. One must be selected from each Group 1-5 and one further subject from Elective Choices available in Group 6. This allows students to combine strategic choices to play to their strengths. Scientists may choose one Group 4 subject and either Chemistry or Computer Science. Linguists may opt for a Group 2 language and French B in Group 6, whilst social scientists can combine a range of humanities with either business or economics. Over the two years of the course, three subjects are studied in depth at Higher Level (HL), while the remaining three subjects are studied at Standard Level (SL).
Please see page 9 in our Sixth Form booklet for further information.
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A-level courses
A-level subjects King Edward’s offers the A-level subjects listed below from which pupils select three (or four if they take Maths and Further Maths). Pupils who wish to increase their breadth of study may choose a fourth subject from the Standard Level IB subjects in Elective Choices Group 6 (see diagram opposite). Art & Design Biology Business Studies
Design Technology Economics
Latin Maths Further Maths
Chemistry
English Literature
Music
Classical Civilisation
Geography
Philosophy
History
Physics
Extension options Pupils can complement their subject studies with Theory of Knowledge lessons; they can also take the Extended Essay option to support their university application.
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Exam Results
Exam results King Edward’s takes pride in its academic, socio-economic and cultural diversity. The School ensures that all pupils are congratulated for their effort and dedication to achieving personal success. Behind the statistics and results each child has a unique story. 2019 GCSE/IGCSE Results Subjects graded 9-4 (A*-C)
87.1%
Subjects graded 9-7 (A*/A)
39.0%
Pupils gaining 5 or more GCSEs graded 9-4 (A*-C)
Sixth Form King Edward’s Sixth Form offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) and A-levels. 2019 International Baccalaureate (IB) Results The IB is followed by the majority of King Edward’s 165 Sixth Form pupils. This year 100% of pupils passed the IBDP with an average score of 34.7 points, well outstripping the worldwide average for IB students of 30 points out of a possible 45. Pupils achieving grades 7 - 6 (A*/A)
58.8%
89.1%
Pupils achieving grades 7 – 5 (A* - B)
88.2%
78.3%
2019 A-levels Results
Pupils gaining 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 (A*-C) including Maths and English Pre-Sixth International pupils who joined for the one year Pre-Sixth course did very well. Five of them gained five or more GCSE passes at A*-C, including English and Maths; a great achievement for pupils studying in their second language.
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Within the cohort of 38 pupils who sat A-levels almost a fifth achieved A*/A. Overall the School appreciates the determination and dedication shown by pupils and staff. It is committed to being aspirational for the individual. A*-A
19.6%
A*-B
42.9%
Pupil destinations
Pupil destinations 2019 University Course
University Course
Bedfordshire
Business Management
Leeds
Social Science
Birmingham
Maths with Business Management
Loughborough
International Business Management
Materials Science & engineering
Manchester
Civil Engineering
Brighton
Business Management
Newcastle
Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Bristol
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
International Marketing & Management
English and French
Nottingham
Music & Music Technology
Mechanical Engineering
QMUL
Biological Sciences
International Business Management
Geography
Cambridge Geography
Politics and Business Management
City
Business Management (x4)
R.A. Music
Organ Studies
Business with Marketing (x2)
Reading
Accounting & Management
International Politics
Business & Management
International Business
RHUL Geology
Music, Sound & Technology
UCL Law
Psychology
St Mary’s, Twick.
Sports Management with a foundation year
Edinburgh History
Sheffield
Journalism Studies
Essex Economics with a foundation year
Southampton
Computer Science
Exeter Economics
Medicine
Goldsmiths
Philosophy, Politics & Economics
Strathclyde
Management & Business Law
Guildhall
Technical Theatre
Sussex
Finance & Business
Keele University
Business Management & Human Geography
Social Science with a foundation year
Kent
Business & Management
Business, Management & Economics
Mathematics with a foundation year
Univ/ Creative Arts Fashion Management & Marketing
KCL
Economics & Management
Games Arts
Geography
Univ/ Arts, London Creative Computing
History
UWE
Accounting & Finance
Religion, Politics and Society
Warwick
International Management
Philosophy, Politics & Economics
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Fees
from September 2019
School fees are set at an annual rate, split into three equal termly payments due in advance of the first day of term.
Registration, deposit & acceptance fee
Lower School 1st and 2nd Form Day
£5,325 per term*
Weekly Boarding
£10,375 per term
Boarding
£10,925 per term
Registration Fee
£150
Deposit
£500
Acceptance fee
£300
Overseas Deposit
one term’s fees
New pupil registration fee The initial application to register a pupil must be accompanied by a non-refundable payment of £150.
3rd to 5th Form Day
£6,655 per term*
Deposit & acceptance fee
Weekly Boarding
£10,375 per term
On acceptance of the offer of a place, parents are
Boarding
£10,925 per term
required to pay £800. This includes an initial deposit of £500 which is refunded following the final departure
Pre-Sixth Form and Sixth Form Day
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£7,095 per term
Weekly Boarding
£10,775 per term
Boarding
£11,350 per term
of the pupil from School, once all debts are settled. The remaining £300 (reduced pro rata for successful Bursary applicants) covers the administrative costs of entry to the School and is non-refundable. * plus flexible boarding option £47 for 1-3 nights a week. May be subject to availability.
Fees 2019-20
Overseas deposit
Other charges
Parents who are not resident in the UK or EU must pay
School fees at King Edward’s currently include the
a deposit of one term’s fees. The deposit is payable on
provision of the main school uniform for all pupils in the
acceptance of a place at the School. If acceptance is for
Lower School and 3rd to 5th Forms. Details of additional
September entry and is prior to 1 April, an interim 50%
equipment and clothing that pupils will require are
will be accepted with the balance due on 31 March.
published annually in the Parents’ and House Guides
Deposits are refunded following the final departure of
provided to new pupils prior to joining the School.
the pupil from School, once all debts have been paid.
Overnight charges for day pupils NO. OF NIGHTS PER ANNUM
COST PER NIGHT AT SCHOOL
Up to 12
£32.25
13-24
£62.50
25 +
£96.00
The majority of school activities are included in the fees. Details of other activities, extra tuition, music and drama lessons, emergency accommodation, medical treatment, travel expenses and other charges are detailed in the Fee Scale document. This is published in April each year, applicable for the following academic year. The latest revision is also available on the school website, www.kesw.org/fees.
Charges include the evening meal and breakfast.
King Edward’s offers a flexible day for day pupils which includes the option to take all meals at School without additional charge.
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Bursaries, scholarships and discounts The School’s historic charitable foundation provides bursary support whilst the School itself offers assistance through scholarships.
The level of bursary awarded depends on the family’s total income and assets and need as outlined. Each case is assessed annually in the light of any changed circumstances and, whilst there is no undertaking to align any increases with any rise in the school fees, once
Bursaries Bursarial assistance (provided by the School’s Foundation
pupil’s school career at King Edward’s.
and the City of London, usually to a maximum of 50%
Our objective is to ensure that assistance is sufficient to
of the fees) is offered to families where boarding or the
cover the child’s continuance at the School.
King Edward’s style of education is a particular need. Applicants must satisfy the normal academic criteria for entry. Examples of qualifying circumstances usually include some form of trauma in the family such as the loss of a parent, where one or both parents are seriously ill or where there is a chronically ill or disabled sibling
Strong links with the City Livery Companies and other charitable institutions enable us to recommend other sources of funding in cases of additional need. These can help raise the level of support for those in greatest need to something approaching 100% of fees.
demanding much attention and time, with the result
Additional means-tested support is available to current
that the parent is unable to devote enough time to the
pupils for some school trips and instrumental music
child’s needs. The children of clergy, missionaries and
lessons.
other special circumstances may also be considered.
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awarded, a bursary normally applies for the duration of a
Bursaries , scholarships and discounts
Scholarships Academic scholarships (up to 30% of fees) may be awarded at ages 11 and 13 on the basis of performance in the entrance tests, interview and competitive examination. Scholarships are tenable for the duration of a pupil’s time at the School, subject to continuing good performance. Sixth Form scholarships are open to external candidates, including one place for a local day pupil which awards 100% of fees. An assessment will take place in February prior to admission the following September. Music, Art, Drama, DT and Sports scholarships are available at 11 and 13. Candidates will be expected to have succeeded in the normal entrance examinations. For Music, applicants at 11 should have reached Grade 3 standard on their principal instrument and should normally be studying another discipline, which could include singing. At 13 the standard is at Grade 5. At 16 the standard is at Grade 7. For Art, candidates are expected to bring a portfolio, to take a drawing test and to complete an interview.
We also offer sports scholarships which are based on a practical assessment and evidence of county standard performance in at least one of the sports offered at King Edward’s. All-rounder scholarships and scholarships in other disciplines are sometimes offered. All scholarships may be augmented in cases of financial hardship.
Discounts Armed forces: Children of serving members of any of the armed forces will be considered for a discount. Sibling discounts are available. For further information please contact the Admissions Office. Sixth Form loyalty discount: Pupils accrue a 2% loyalty discount for Sixth Form fees from 1st Form to 5th Form (maximum discount 10%). There is a two year minimum qualification period at the School prior to Sixth Form to benefit from this discount; the discount is applied net after any other discount or scholarship. The loyalty discount also carries across from Year 7 for pupils at our partner school Barrow Hills.
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Entrance procedures Admissions Office Tel +44 (0)1428 686735 Email admissions@kesw.org
Pupils normally join the School at 1st Form (11+), 3rd Form (13+) or Sixth Form (16+). Entry is possible into other year groups depending on individual circumstances. Procedure Prospective pupils and their families are always welcome to visit the School either by attending an Open Morning or by making an individual visit. This will normally involve meeting the Headmaster or Director of Admissions and taking a tour of the School with a pupil. Either option may be arranged through the Admissions Office. Families interested in admission are requested to register by returning an application form together with a nonreturnable registration fee of £150 (made payable to King Edward’s School Witley) to the Admissions Office. A pupil must be registered to be eligible to take the school entrance examination. Entry at 11+, 12+ and 13+ (1st, 2nd and 3rd Forms) Candidates who wish to enter the School in the 1st, 2nd or 3rd Forms are required to sit an entrance examination at the School in the January of the year of entry. Later applicants can sit the tests by separate arrangements.
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13+ pre-testing option for independent prep schools You may register your child at any time following your initial enquiry. Pre-tests for entry into Year 9 (3rd Form) may be taken any time from January of Year 6 - please contact Admissions for details. Pupils may still be required to sit the Common Entrance test which takes place at their prep school in June of the year of entry. Alternative arrangements can be made for overseas applicants who are unable to travel to the School. The examination has three components: • A verbal reasoning test – this test is not required for those for whom English is not their first language • A Maths test based upon the relevant level of the National Curriculum • An English test of comprehension and free writing • An interview to assess suitability for the broad education provided by the School As part of the Admissions process, a report from the Head Teacher of the applicant’s present school is required.
Entrance procedures
Entry at 14+ and 15+ (4th Form, 5th Form and Pre-Sixth Form) For applicants where the medium of education is English, the assessment is completed by an interview and by a report from the Head Teacher of the applicant’s present school. It is possible for a Skype interview to be undertaken for those who are unable to travel from overseas to the School. For those whose education has been delivered mainly in a language other than English, there are entrance tests in English and Maths. In addition an interview may be required. Entry at 16+ (Sixth Form) Acceptance into the Sixth Form is conditional upon candidates meeting the entrance requirements of the School. For those taking GCSE, IGCSE or equivalent, the expectation is for a minimum of 6 A* - C (9-4) grades including Maths and English. Under normal circumstances a place will be offered following an interview and the receipt of a satisfactory report from the Head Teacher of the applicant’s present school. For those who are not following GCSE or equivalent courses, it is necessary to complete written tests in English and Maths and to have an interview.
Overseas applicants Applicants can take the School’s entrance tests at an approved overseas centre or at the pupil’s present school, by special arrangement. School reference For entrants at all ages King Edward’s will approach a candidate’s present school for a report on their current progress. Offers and acceptance of places Pupils who have been successful in the entrance examinations will be offered places at the School, normally within two weeks of the examinations.
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The Court of Bridewell Royal Hospital and School Governing Body President HRH The Duchess of Gloucester GCVO Vice President
¤ Alderman Sir David Wootton
Treasurer
† Mrs
J S Voisin BA (Hons) (Oxon)
† Mr D J D Allen BSc FCA
¤ Mr Alderman N S L Lyons MA (Cantab)
† The Venerable Stuart Beake MA (Cantab)
† Mr C Marriott MA Bed (Hons)
† Mr R E T Bennett LLB
† Dr A D Pinkerton MA PhD † Mr S H Ravenscroft LLB
† Employment Judge B G Burgher LLB (Hons) PGDip EC Law
* Deputy R D Regan OBE FCIS OStJ
† Mrs E C Cairncross BA (Hons) CertEd
† Mr G W Rockingham BSc (Hons) MRICS
† Mr M J Chadwick ACA CTAI
* Mr I C N Seaton MBE LLB
¤ The Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman P K Estlin BSc FCA
† Mr R A J Stovold
¤ Mr ALderman T R Hailes BA (Hons), Hon LLD, MStJ, JP
Mr A C Lewis BSc MRICS
The Clerk to Bridewell
* Mrs C W Haines BA CertEd, DipM † Mr A J W Hudson MA (Cantab) PGCE NPQH ¤ Mr Alderman A J N King MSc † Mrs J Lunnon BA (Hons) (Bristol)
Key ¤ Aldermen of the City of London * Nominated Common Councilmen of the City of London
† Co-opted Governors
For further information contact Admissions, King Edward’s Witley, Godalming, Surrey GU8 5SG tel +44 (0)1428 686735 web www.kesw.org
email admissions@kesw.org @KESWitley @KESWsport
Information disclaimer The material in this booklet is provided for information purposes only and, although believed to be correct at the time of publication, does not form part of any agreement between Parents and King Edward’s School Witley. Although we will make every effort to ensure that information is up to date and accurate, prospective parents wishing to place specific reliance on information contained in the prospectus should seek confirmation of the relevant item with the School before relying on it to make a decision about sending their child to the School.
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